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Best Rooftop Bars in Phnom Penh for Sunset Drinks

A short, curated guide to five rooftop bars in Phnom Penh for sunset drinks and skyline views, from Sora Bar at Vattanac Tower to relaxed riverside terraces.

Phnom Penh looks its best from above. As the light softens over the river and the streets start to glow, a good rooftop turns an ordinary evening into something easy to enjoy. Here are five rooftops we like in Phnom Penh for sunset drinks, skyline views and a slow end to the day.

Aerial view of Phnom Penh at dusk with the city skyline and the river lit up
Aerial view of Phnom Penh at dusk with the city skyline and the river lit up

Sora Bar

Perched at the top of Vattanac Tower, Sora is the highest rooftop in the city, and the view lives up to it. From here the whole of Phnom Penh opens out below — the river on one side, the grid of lit streets on the other.

The space moves between a lively open-air bar, with bartenders mixing drinks against the skyline, and quieter lounge corners with low sofas and parasols set up for sunset. The indoor bar is dark and elegant, with a long backlit counter lined with bottles for cooler evenings.

This is the place to come when you want height, polish and a proper city panorama with your drink.

Find it: Sora Bar on Google Maps

Sora Bar rooftop lounge with parasols and sofas high above Phnom Penh at sunset, atop Vattanac Tower
Sora Bar rooftop lounge with parasols and sofas high above Phnom Penh at sunset, atop Vattanac Tower

Le Moon Rooftop

Le Moon sits over the Riverside, and that location is the draw. The view looks down the busy street below and out toward the water, which makes it an easy choice for sunset drinks before dinner along the river.

The setting is stylish but relaxed — a covered terrace with a decorative mural, simple seating and string lighting once the sky turns. It works well for a glass of wine with a plate to share, watching the city slow down as the evening sets in.

A lovely spot to enjoy Phnom Penh from above without anything feeling too formal.

Find it: Le Moon Rooftop on Google Maps

Two glasses of wine raised in a toast over a sharing plate at Le Moon Rooftop above the Phnom Penh Riverside
Two glasses of wine raised in a toast over a sharing plate at Le Moon Rooftop above the Phnom Penh Riverside

Bati Grill & Bar

Bati Grill & Bar leans toward a calmer, more grown-up evening. The terrace offers a panoramic view over the riverside, and the mood is peaceful rather than buzzy — comfortable lounge seating, warm lighting and tables set for a proper dinner with the skyline as a backdrop.

It is the kind of address that suits a slow, relaxed evening above the city, whether you come for drinks at golden hour or stay on for a meal as the lights come up across the water. It tends to open in the late afternoon, so it is worth checking the latest hours before you go.

Find it: Bati Grill & Bar on Google Maps

Riverside dining table set with wine glasses at Bati Grill & Bar in Phnom Penh at dusk
Riverside dining table set with wine glasses at Bati Grill & Bar in Phnom Penh at dusk

High Ground

High Ground sits in the central BKK (Boeung Keng Kang) area and offers a wide, near 360-degree view over Phnom Penh. The look is more design-led — a planted corner with a water wall and an elegant arched bar lined with bottles, lit low once the city goes dark.

It has a livelier, after-dark side too, with music and DJ nights, but it works just as well for a relaxed drink above the streets earlier in the evening. A good choice if you want a stylish setting in the heart of the city.

Find it: High Ground on Google Maps

High Ground rooftop bar in central Phnom Penh with an arched lit bar, water wall and a cactus garden at night
High Ground rooftop bar in central Phnom Penh with an arched lit bar, water wall and a cactus garden at night

Penh House Rooftop

Penh House Rooftop is the most laid-back of the five. A pool ringed with orange parasols and loungers sits alongside a terrace of warm orange seating and tables, all looking out over the city. It is the kind of place that suits a quiet break as much as a sunset drink.

It is also an easy daytime stop — the terrace works well for a slow morning coffee or breakfast before the heat sets in, then shifts into a calm spot for a drink as the light fades. Check the latest hours before visiting.

Find it: Penh House Rooftop on Google Maps

Penh House Rooftop in Phnom Penh with a pool, orange parasols and terrace seating overlooking the city
Penh House Rooftop in Phnom Penh with a pool, orange parasols and terrace seating overlooking the city

A few tips for rooftop evenings in Phnom Penh

These are the five rooftops we keep coming back to for an evening above Phnom Penh.

Explore more places we like on The Map Cambodia.

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